Treatment for irritable hip

You can usually look after your child at home. Sometimes they may need to stay in hospital for a few days if they're in a lot of pain.

While looking after your child at home:

Do

ensure they rest their leg until they're feeling better – keep them off nursery or school until they're recovered

give them ibuprofen or paracetamol for their pain

attend any follow-up appointments recommended by your doctor or nurse

Don't

do not let them do any activities that could put a lot of strain on their hip for at least 2 weeks – they can gradually return to their normal activities once they're feeling better (swimming is a good way to get the joint moving again)